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P961 DUY

1996 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

112,066 mi
Last recorded112,066 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl82,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP961 DUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 112,066 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 111,592 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

center stop light not working

Fail 16 Apr 2012 111,583 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

center stop light not working

Pass 30 Apr 2011 110,495 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 108,203 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 May 2008 105,391 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 102,746 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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P961 DUY is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 82,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P961 DUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P961 DUY?

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What year was P961 DUY registered?

P961 DUY is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 September 1996.

Is P961 DUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P961 DUY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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